C. Boring. D. Puzzling. 22.
Why was the author confused about the task? A. He was unfamiliar with American history. B. He followed the advice and flipped a coin. C. He forgot his teacher’s instruction. D. He was new at the school. 23.
The underlined word “burning” in Para. 3 probably means _______.
B. ashamed
A. annoyed
C. ready D. eager
B
Nine out of ten parents want their children to take part in competitions in school, a survey found.
Despite the current trend of few or no competitions in many schools---they worry that they place kids too much pressure or cause some damage to their bodies – most parents believe competitions help to prepare children for adulthood. They also believe competitions make children more ambitious and ready for work.
About 84% of parents worry their children will feel regretful once they leave school because they have little or no experience of competitions. More than two thirds think competitions teach children that they have to work for things, while 69% think they help kids realize they don’t always win or come out on top of everything.
One in three parents also believe competitions raise standards in education as children try their best to win. One in five parents don’t think that their children’s school offer enough opportunities t their children to compete against others, and one in ten even say schools don’t allow children to win or lose at all.
As a result, 24% of parents have complained to their children’s schools as they don’t feel that enough emphasis (强调) is put on competitions. Nine out of 10 teachers agree that it is important for children to experience losing at an early age.
Former World Cup rugby star Will Greenwood said， “Competitions make you try your best to be better as an individual and as part of team.”In any walk of life, experiencing success as an individual is a great motivator（动因） and helps to produce a culture of trying one’s best to succeed, whether in education or employment.
Chairwoman Carole Stott said, “Many schools have, in recent years, moved their emphasis for children away from winning and losing to simply taking part.”
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24.Why do many school offer few or no competitions to their students? A. To respond to the parents’ requirements B. To reduce families’ expenses. C. To reduce the students’ pressure
D. To make sure that the students have enough time to study.
25.What benefit of kids taking the competitions is not mentioned in the passage? ______.
A. prepare themselves well for their future work B. know that they don’t need to win all the time. C. gain the experience of competition D. enjoy their school life to the fullest 26.What is the best title of the passage？ A. The benefits of taking part in competitions B. Parents want their children to compete at school. C. Most schools offer more competitions to school. D. Should students take part in competitions in school?
27. What is Will Greenwood’s attitude towards kids’ taking part in more competitions?
A. Doubtful B. Worried C. Supportive D. Uncertain
C
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visits Sydney Harbor bays and famous beaches. Take to the water on one of three magnificent daily harbor cruises(游船). You can also travel free on regular Sydney Buses, Sydney Ferries or City Rail services (limited area), so you can go to every corner of this beautiful city.
Imagine browsing (闲逛) at Darling Harbor, tasting the famous seafood at Watsons Bay or enjoying the city lights on an evening ferry cruise. The possibilities and plans are endless with a Sydney Pass. Wherever you decide to go, remember that bookings are not required on any of our services so tickets are treated on a first
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in, first seated basis.
Sydney Passes are available for 3, 5 0r 7 days for use over a 7 calendar day period. With a 3 or 5 day pass you choose on which days out of the 7 you want to use it. All Sydney Passes include a free Airport Express inward trip before starting your 3, 5 0r 7 days, and the return trip is valid (有效的) for 2 months from the first day your ticket was used.
Sydney Pass Fares
*A child is defined as anyone from the ages of 4 years to under 16 years. Children under 4 years travel free.
**A family is defined as 2 adults and any number of children from 4 to under 16 years of age. All should be from the same family.
28. A Sydney Pass doesn’t offer unlimited rides on
A. the Explorer Buses B. the harbor cruises C. regular Sydney Buses D. City Rail services 29. With a Sydney Pass, a traveler can _.
A. save fares from and to the airport B. visit everywhere in Sydney free of charge C. enjoy the famous seafood for free D. reserve seats easily in a restaurant
30. If 5-day tickets were to be recommended to a mother who travelled with her colleague and her children, aged 3, 6 and 10, what would the lowest cost be?
A. $225. B. $300. C. $360. D. $420. 31. This passage is probably seen in a __________.
A. textbook B. travel book C. history book D. newspaper
D
Recently, the most difficult issue about the 2016 Olympics in Rio de Janeiro appears to be dirty Guanabara Bay, which will host sailing and windsurfing events. Ashocked by garbage and sewage(污水) pouring out of Rio and reports of dangerous bacteria, sailors have called for the contest site to be relocated in cleaner waters. “Most preparations for the Olympics are on track to be completed for the August 5, 2016 opening ceremony. Sailors in the 2016 Olympics in Rio de Janeiro will be
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